ZIP Code 20720, Maryland
ZIP Code 20720 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 20720 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Prince George's County, Maryland. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,015. The land area covers 14.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,015 | ±1,956 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,301 | ±488 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 8,441 | ±487 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,301 | ±488 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 140 | ±95 |
| Median Home Value | $564,600 | ±$21,904 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,118 | ±$153 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $158,997 | ±$15,708 |
| Per Capita Income | $65,349 | ±$4,937 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 824 | ±406 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,096 | ±1,147 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.2% | ±1.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 966,629 (2024)
ID: 166367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT & BUD
14741 GOVERNOR ODEN BOWIE DR, UPPER MARLBORO MD 20772-3043
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-12 | Arnold, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Largo, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Adelphi, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Temple Hills, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Washington, DC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Forestville, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Annapolis, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Annapolis, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bowie State University
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College | 1.9 mi away | 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD, 20715-9465 |
3018604000
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BOWIE BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 15210 ANNAPOLIS RD., BOWIE, MD, 20715 |
(301) 262-7000
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Capitol Technology University
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College | 5.1 mi away | 11301 Springfield Rd, Laurel, MD, 20708 |
3013692800
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GREENBELT BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 11 CRESCENT RD., GREENBELT, MD, 20770 |
(301) 345-5800
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Hair Academy
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 8435 Old Annapolis Rd, New Carrollton, MD, 20784 |
301459250913
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CROFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1681 RIEDEL ROAD, CROFTON, MD, 21114 |
(410) 222-7915
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Fortis College-Landover
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College | 5.6 mi away | 4351 Garden City Drive, Landover, MD, 20785-2223 |
3014593650
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NEW CARROLLTON BRANCH
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 7414 RIVERDALE RD., NEW CARROLLTON, MD, 20784 |
(301) 459-6900
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University of Maryland Global Campus
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College | 6.8 mi away | 3501 University Blvd East, Adelphi, MD, 20783-8010 |
3019857000
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GLENARDEN BRANCH
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 8724 GLENARDEN PARKWAY, GLENARDEN, MD, 20706 |
(301) 772-5477
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BELTSVILLE, MD US, located 8.4 miles from ZCTA5 20720. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.7° | 25.3° | 34.0° | 2.87" | 5.7" |
| February | 45.5° | 27.0° | 36.3° | 2.40" | 5.0" |
| March | 53.4° | 34.1° | 43.7° | 3.72" | 2.5" |
| April | 65.3° | 43.8° | 54.5° | 3.28" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.2° | 53.6° | 63.9° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.0° | 63.0° | 73.0° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 67.6° | 77.4° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 66.1° | 75.8° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 59.4° | 69.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.8° | 46.8° | 57.3° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 36.7° | 46.7° | 2.92" | 0.2" |
| December | 46.8° | 29.8° | 38.3° | 3.48" | 2.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Dale CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Fairwood CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Bowie city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lanham CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Seabrook CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Mitchellville CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 20720. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.